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[srbachchan]

DAy 6139

Jalsa, Mumbai Dec 10, 2024/Dec 11 Tue/Wed 12: 55 am

🪔 ,

December 11 .. birthday greetings to Ef Bob Siddhant Roy From Assam .. and Ef Rekha Prashant Kawadia .. 🙏🏽❤️🚩

December 10 .. birthday greetings to Ef Ankur R Churiwal from Ladnun .. Ef Sonia Chopra .. and Ef Abhishek Patodia from Kolkata .. 🙏🏽❤️🚩

.. when the Sunday does the do of the does .. noticed on the Wed of the Tue .. but now the Wed be the time for the DAY and the night be the past of the night to be in the synchronised sync of the day .. or the night ..

ah blessings .. the green box announcing the confirmation of the write for the DAY , which had disappeared in the sudden press of nothing .. not retrieved but rethought and rewrote .. in the written ..

अरे भाई साहेब !

जो मंद बुद्धि वाले, मंद रचते हैं, क्या ही लाचारी उनके जीवन में !!

भयंकर प्रयास , विचलित मन, लेप की लेपी, लेपते हुए स्वयं लेप गये हैं ।

और विचारों से घिरे हुए , रात की निद्रा उड़ाते हैं, की कैसे आने वाले दिन में उसी लेप को सजा भुजा के लेपा जाये ।

चेहरा उनका लेप से लदा हुआ , असलियत अपनी बता नहीं सकते !!!

"मेरा नाम 'लेप राम' , लेप नगर का नवासी हूँ मैं । सदियों से लेप बेचने का प्रयत्न कर रहा हूँ , पर बिक नहीं रहा । ना कोई ख़रीद रहा है, और ना ही कोई उसे मान रहा है ।"

दुकान कब की बंद हो चुकी है । बेशर्मी ! बेशर्मों को लेपे हुए है , और पोताई जो अपने ऊपर पोते हुए हैं, चेहरे की शर्मिंदगी को छुपा नहीं पा रहे हैं !!

निर्लज्जता भी लज्जा नहीं खाती इनके इर्द गिर्द !

स्नेह और सदा प्रार्थना 🙏

अमिताभ बच्चन

बेशर्म ,ऐसे व्यक्ति जिसे अपनी गलतियों या अनुचित व्यवहार पर शर्म नहीं । यह नकारात्मक रूप । बेशर्मी के साथ जीने वाले लोग सामाजिक मानदंडों को तोड़ते हैं और दूसरों की भावनाओं की परवाह नहीं करते। इसका परिणाम अक्सर ,,,

हाँ ,,, समझ गये न !!!

[marwahstudios]

Sandeep Marwah Honored by Ishkama Global Change in London

London, UK: Dr. Sandeep Marwah, an eminent figure in the global media, entertainment, and education sectors, was honored by Ishkama Global Change in a prestigious ceremony held at Hotel Holiday Inn in London. His unparalleled contributions have set remarkable records, cementing his legacy as a visionary leader and innovator.

Dr. Marwah is the founder of Noida Film City, Marwah Studios, and AAFT University. Under his dynamic leadership, Noida Film City has witnessed an astounding ninety million footfalls, while Marwah Studios alone has hosted three million visitors from 156 countries for 7,500 events. These milestones underscore his global influence and dedication to fostering cultural and educational exchanges.

Introduced by Prapti Dutt to a packed hall, Dr. Marwah’s extensive achievements were celebrated. He has produced 3,500 short films and trained 30,000 students from 145 countries, demonstrating his commitment to nurturing talent and promoting international collaboration. His leadership extends to over 100 organizations, with associations spanning 600 global entities.

Dr. Marwah has been honored more than 1,200 times, including over 200 international awards and 19 doctorates from various countries. His nine world records in media, entertainment, education, and sports underscore his pioneering spirit and relentless pursuit of excellence.

In his capacity as President of the International Chamber of Media and Entertainment Industry, Dr. Marwah also serves as the Ambassador of Wales and chairs the Indo Wales Creative Forum and Indo UK Film and Cultural Forum. Remarkably, he is the only Indian to have been honored eight times in the British Parliament, a testament to his significant contributions to humanity.

The award was presented to Dr. Sandeep Marwah by Abhnash K. Bains, CEO of Ishkama Global Change, and The Right Honorable Lord Daniel Joseph Brennan KCSG KC of the House of Lords, British Parliament. The honor recognized Dr. Marwah’s untiring contributions to humanity.

The event was graced by several distinguished personalities, including Ambassador Monika Mohta, Former Mayor Sunil Chopra, Ashish Chawla, Prabhakar Kaza, Dr. Anthony Raju, Ajay Devalia, Dr. Maria Santiago, Donya Mlouka, Dr. Alka Pandey, Dr. Neha Swami, Pavan Nagori, Barrister Gul Nawaz Khan, Hina Gupta, Preeti Puja, Minakshi Koch, Prof. Dr. Parin Somani, Hida Kalap, Dr. Satnam Deuchakar, Dr. Tisha Patel, Latha Baine, Des O’Connor, Dr. Deepika Saini, Raina Kalhan, Dr. Parul Begum, and Joydeep Das.

Other notable attendees included Dr. Clayinka Uadiale, Dr. Acharya Vinod Kumar Ojha, Sonia D’Souza, Dr. Ishi Bains, Shallu Gupta, Abhha Sandill, Dr. Kamilla Karuddin, Yvette Manong, Alison Chiwara, Chinu Kishore, Prof. Caroline Makaka, Dr. Manju Mangalprabhat Lodha, Kamalpreet Madaan, and Riya Gupta.

Dr. Sandeep Marwah’s recognition at this event highlights his extraordinary achievements and enduring impact on global media, education, and cultural exchange. His relentless dedication and visionary leadership continue to inspire and transform the lives of many around the world.

[ecoamerica]

Apply or nominate: https://ecoamerica.org/american-climate-leadership-awards-2025/

Calling all organizations, individuals, and small businesses successfully engaging Americans on climate! Showcase your creativity and climate solutions by applying for @ecoamerica’s 2025 American Climate Leadership Awards. You can win $1K - $50K by submitting your efforts for consideration by a stellar line-up of judges and individuals leading on climate. It’s quick and easy to submit your application or nominate inspirational climate leaders. Apply or nominate today!

[we-the-chefs]

Deliciously Delivered: Home-Cooked Meals Made Easy

In the hustle and bustle of everyday life, finding the time to cook a healthy, home-cooked meal can often feel like an impossible task. Thankfully, there’s a solution that brings the comfort of homemade food right to your doorstep. With services like Healthy Homemade Food Online Near Me in Gurgaon - Sonia Chopra, you can enjoy nutritious, delicious meals without the stress of cooking. Here's why opting for home-cooked food delivery is the perfect choice for a busy lifestyle.

The Joy of Home-Cooked Food

Home-cooked food is synonymous with warmth, comfort, and nutrition. Unlike restaurant meals, which can be laden with unhealthy fats and excess salt, home-cooked food are crafted with love and care. They often use fresh, wholesome ingredients that are cooked to perfection, ensuring that you and your family get the best nutrition possible.

Benefits of Healthy Homemade Food Delivery

Embracing a Healthier Lifestyle

Opting for home-cooked food delivery is more than just a convenient choice; it's a step towards a healthier lifestyle. When you regularly consume nutritious, home-cooked meals, you’re more likely to maintain a balanced diet, which can lead to improved energy levels, better digestion, and overall well-being.

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With the rise of home-cooked food delivery services, enjoying nutritious, homemade meals has never been easier. Services like Healthy Homemade Food Online Near Me in Gurgaon - Sonia Chopra bring the warmth and goodness of home-cooked food right to your home, making it easy to maintain a healthy diet despite a busy schedule. So why not give it a try? Embrace the convenience and health benefits of home-cooked food delivery today, and savor the deliciousness of meals made with love and care.

[moniraspicy-blog]

Unfiltered Interview with Priyanka Chopra | Behind the Scenes of Citadel

Get a glimpse of my candid chat with Priyanka Chopra about her upcoming release Citadel! 🌟 #PriyankaChopra #Citadel #Interview The speaker emphasizes giving 100% during interviews, sharing a personal experience of bringing a character home. They reference a movie character, Sonia, who is deliberate in her actions. The speaker strives to be authentic and real in their interactions. #Interview #PriyankaChopra #Citadel #UpcomingRelease #Actress #Bollywood #Hollywood #BehindTheScenes #SetLife 

[nsfwhiphop]

List of Eightees Babies - Born day in the 1980s - Enjoy!

I was born in November 1981 and I wanted to show you a list of celebrities born the same decade.

Here's the list of celebrities born in the 1980s, ordered by their date of birth:

1980:

Christina Ricci - February 12, 1980

Zooey Deschanel - January 17, 1980

Channing Tatum - April 26, 1980

Kim Kardashian - October 21, 1980

Jake Gyllenhaal - December 19, 1980

Remy Ma - May 30, 1980

Ryan Gosling was born on November 12, 1980.

Laura Prepon was born on March 7, 1980.

Ben Foster was born on October 29, 1980.

Chris Pine was born on August 26, 1980.

Kristen Bell was born on July 18, 1980.

Gisele Bündchen - July 20, 1980

Eva Green - July 6, 1980

1981:

Natalie Portman - June 9, 1981

Beyoncé - September 4, 1981

Alicia Keys - January 25, 1981

Paris Hilton - February 17, 1981

Vashtie Kola - April 23, 1981

Elijah Wood - January 28, 1981

Joseph Gordon-Levitt - February 17, 1981

Meagan Good was born on August 8, 1981.

Justin Timberlake - January 31, 1981

Kelly Rowland - February 11, 1981

Jessica Alba was born on April 28, 1981.

Dawn Olivieri - February 8, 1981.

Christina Milian - September 26, 1981

Rocsi Diaz - November 17, 1981.

Romain Gavras - July 4, 1981

Pitbull a.k.a Mr. Worldwide - January 15, 1981

Adriana Lima - June 12, 1981

Alessandra Ambrósio - April 11, 1981

Sonia Rolland - February 11, 1981

Britney Spears - December 2, 1981

1982:

Anne Hathaway - November 12, 1982

Kirsten Dunst - April 30, 1982

Prince William, Duke of Cambridge - June 21, 1982

Terrence J - April 21, 1982

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge (Kate Middleton) - Born on January 9, 1982.

Nicki Minaj - December 8, 1982

Priyanka Chopra - July 18, 1982.

Sofia Boutella - April 3, 1982

Lil Wayne - September 27, 1982

Keri Hilson - December 5, 1982

Juelz Santana - February 18, 1982

Cobie Smulders - April 3, 1982

1983:

Emily Blunt - February 23, 1983

Henry Cavill - May 5, 1983

Mila Kunis - August 14, 1983

Jamie Chung - April 10, 1983

After 1983:

Katy Perry - October 25, 1984

Scarlett Johansson - November 22, 1984

Lauren London - December 5, 1984

LeBron James - December 30, 1984

Trey Songz - November 28, 1984

Gal Gadot was born on April 30, 1985.

J. Cole - January 28, 1985

Matt Pokora - September 26, 1985

Drake - October 24, 1986

Cassie Ventura - August 26, 1986

Amber Heard - April 22, 1986

Deepika Padukone - January 5, 1986

Megan Fox was born on May 16, 1986.

[rusocialpod]

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Celebrate the  20-Year Magic of Koi Mil Gaya : Hrithik Roshan's Classic Hits the Big Screen Again!

Celebrate the  20-Year Magic of Koi Mil Gaya: Hrithik Roshan's Classic Hits the Big Screen Again!

Get ready to relive the magic of one of Bollywood's most beloved movies when Koi Mil Gaya returns to the screen! Hrithik Roshan's iconic performance as Rohit Mehra is making its first theatrical release in this film. It stole the hearts of millions when it was released. And now, fans have an amazing opportunity to relive that magic. An unprecedented blockbuster sci-fi film "Koi Mil Gaya". Koi mil Gaya has been re-released after 20 years. Celebrating the 20th Anniversary of Koi Mil Gaya As "Koi Mil Gaya" celebrates its 20th anniversary, it's a testament to the film's enduring legacy. Hrithik Roshan starrer Koi Mil Gaya is to release in the 30th city with the 20th film. On completion of 20 years of the much loved and hugely successful film 'Koi Mil Gaya', PVR, INOX Movie is all set for a film release. The film will be re-released in 30 Indian cities from 4th August 2023. Cast and Crew of Koi Mil Gaya The director of the movie is Rakesh Roshan. The main cast of the film are Hrithik Roshan (Rohit Mehra), Preity Zinta (Nisha Saluja), Rekha (Sonia Mehra), Prem Chopra (Harbans Saxena), Rajat Bedi (Raj Saxena), Johnny Lever (Chelaram Sukhwani), Mukesh Rishi (Inspector Khurshid Khan), Akash Khurana (school principal), Rajeev Verma as (Nisha's Father), Beena Banerjee (Nisha's Mother), Anjana Mumtaz (Mrs. Harbans Saxena), Mithilesh Chaturvedi, Hansika Motwani (Priya Sharma), Anuj Pandit Sharma, Bittu Sardar, Rakesh Roshan, Sheeba Agarwal and many others notable star. The producer of the movie is Rakesh Roshan, and the production house is Filmkraft Productions. The movie is written by Rakesh Roshan, Javed Siddiqui. The distributorship of the film was under Yash Raj Films. Cinematography for the film was performed by Sameer Arya, Ravi K. Chandran and music provided by Rajesh Roshan. The movie was released on 8 August 2003. Read the full article

[mubashirnews]

O.J. Simpson Case Consultant, Trial Expert Help Pick 12 Jurors in Maas vs. KUSI Suit

Eight men and four women will decide whether veteran San Diego news anchor Sandra Maas should collect millions from her old employer, KUSI-TV, in a closely watched pay equity case. But lawyers for Maas and the conservative station owned by McKinnon Broadcasting Co. took no chances in picking that jury Wednesday in downtown Superior Court. Ever heard of Richard Gabriel and Sonia Chopra? Probably…

[wourder]

they’re back...

[jaskiersbeloved]

Priyanka Chopra

Not my type | Eh | She’s Alright | She’s cute| Totally Adorable | I’d Kiss Her | She is gorgeous | I can’t stop staring | FUCK ME - anytime/anywhere

HOW HOT THE CELEBRITY IS

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[srbachchan]

DAY 5873

Jalsa, Mumbai Mar 17/18, 2024 Sun/Mon 12:39 AM

Birthday - EF - Syed Kabeeruddin Tuesday, 19 March .. all wishes to you on your birthday form all of the Ef ..❤️

🪔 ,

March 18 is Ef Birthday free ..

March 17 .. belated birthday greetings to Ef Suhel Bhayji .. and .. Ef Amna Ahmad from Dubai .. belated but never forgotten .. 🙏🏻🚩❤️

Wedding anniversary greetings to Ef Sonia Chopra and her respected husband Girish Kumar .. for March 17 .. 💐🙏🏻🚩❤️

A day filled with the love of family and the greetings and the hilarity of the 'progress reports' ..🤣 ..

Birthdays galore .. Shweta , the first born, and Nikhil her husband .. within a day of each other nd the bringing in of the GOLDEN age -

50 years .. !

At Prateeksha , she was brought to the home , our first home of our own, when she was barely 2, and Abhishek a few months old .. and today to see them celebrate the day in the same home on the same table and surroundings .. LIFE IS A WONDER ..

Children and grandchildren all together ..

Family is the greatest bond .. of love togetherness and the joys of each other .. may it ever be in lasting ..

.. and the family at the GOJ .. ? they are supreme ..

अमिताभ बच्चन

[dailypriyankachopra]

[sachwlang]

Aitraaz turns 16: Sonia aka Priyanka Chopra reminisces what Akshay Kumar starrer taught her

Aitraaz turns 16: Sonia aka Priyanka Chopra reminisces what Akshay Kumar starrer taught her

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Aitraaz turns 16: Sonia aka Priyanka Chopra reminisces what Akshay Kumar starrer taught her

Actress Priyanka Chopra Jonas on Thursday reminisced about her grey role in the thriller Aitraaz, which was released 16 years ago on this day. Aitraaz, co-starring Akshay Kumar and Kareena Kapoor Khan, was one of the Diwali releases of 2004. The film was inspired by…

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What Happened to Bon Appétit?

A rundown of BA’s unraveling has been highly requested. Here’s what you need to know, through articles and through supplemental details. (This will be updated as changes develop and will be pinned to this blog)

UPDATED AUGUST 15TH, 5:37PM EDT

Priya Krishna, Rick Martinez, and Sohla El-Waylly announced that they are officially ending their video appearances. Since then Molly Baz, Gaby Melian, Carla Lalli Music, and Amiel Stanek have joined them.

Ryan Walker-Hartshorn and Jesse Sparks, the only two Black editorial staff members remaining at Bon Appétit, have now also left.

The Proskauer Rose investigation is complete. Alex Delany and Matt Hunziker have both returned from suspension.

What happened?

It all starts on May 31st, 2020.

Bon Appétit's week from hell: How a deluge of allegations depicting a 'toxic' work culture left the magazine in chaos

The above article details the events from May 31st, 2020 to June 14th, 2020. It is pretty comprehensive, except it doesn’t mention that Alex Delaney was actually suspended. This was unconfirmed for a while but we have the confirmation here. 

Condé Nast has suspended a Bon Appétit video editor amid an internal investigation

The next big event was Matt Hunziker’s suspension. He was suspended explicitly for negative tweets about how Condé Nast/Bon Appétit was handling the situation (evidenced in this post). Some of the test kitchen crew voiced their support for him at this revelation, but then were promptly shut down as revealed a month or so later (August 3rd, 2020). This is probably also why the test kitchen seems to have been avoiding discussing it since. It was announced in a memo sent on August 7th, 2020, that he is no longer suspended.

3 Bon Appétit Test Kitchen stars are walking, in a sign that Condé Nast's burgeoning YouTube empire will never be the same

This is a Business Insider article that was locked behind a paywall, so is now on google docs. It sheds light on months of silence, and demonstrates how Condé Nast/Bon Appétit continues to fail the people of color that they employ. As a result, Priya Krishna, Rick Martinez, and Sohla El-Waylly have left (August 6, 2020).

How has Bon Appétit reacted to this? How is Bon Appétit changing?

These are Bon Appétit’s public statements. There have also been a number of administrative changes, including Adam Rapoport’s resignation (June 8th, 2020), Oren Katzeff’s demotion from president of Condé Nast Entertainment (July 31st, 2020), and Sonia Chopra’s introduction as Executive Editor (August 6th, 2020). 

In June Proskauer Rose (notorious for union-busting) began to conduct an investigation into inequity at Bon Appétit. Unsurprisingly, in a memo sent on August 7th, 2020, global HR officer Stan Duncan revealed that Proskauer Rose had “not uncovered evidence that race played a factor in setting compensation for any video team members.” In the same memo it’s revealed that since the investigation is over, both Alex Delany and Matt Hunziker are expected to return from suspension. Here is Alex Delany’s statement regarding his suspension (posted August 10th, 2020).

According to Priya Krishna, now former test kitchen personality, their claims to work on diversity, inclusion, and equitable pay are “all lip service” (August 6th, 2020).

Where else can I find information?

@tammieetc on Twitter has been investigating.

@joe_rosenthal on Instagram has also been investigating.

What I tend to post here is backed by news articles or directly from the staff involved; these two have real connections in Bon Appétit that I don’t. So sometimes the sources for them are “I’ve been told by a BA/CNE staffer”, and it’s up to you whether you decide to trust that or not.

When will videos come back?

In a memo written global HR officer Stan Duncan, sent Friday, August 7th, 2020, the plan is “for BA video production to begin in September with some returning talent, in addition to new contributors which we’ll be announcing in the coming week”. The “coming week” would refer to the week of August 9th through August 15th. 

Has anyone left?

Priya Krishna, Rick Martinez, and Sohla El-Waylly are officially leaving the video component of Bon Appétit. Read their social media statements here (all were posted August 6th, 2020).

3 of Bon Appétit's Test Kitchen stars of color are departing the video channel after failed contract negotiations

The above article was at one point free, but for some asinine reason got moved to premium, so it’s a google doc now. It details exactly how they were lowballed in contract negotiations. 

A day after these three announced that they are leaving, Molly Baz and Gaby Melian joined them (August 7th, 2020). Carla Lalli Music announced that she’s also asked to be released from her video contract days later (August 12th, 2020). Amiel Stanek made a similar statement about asking to leave his video contract about a week after the first three left (August 15th, 2020).

Gaby is going to remain test kitchen manager (as said in her personal statement). Priya, Sohla, Molly, and Carla will definitely continue with the editorial side in some capacity (as evidenced by Rachel Premack’s articles and both Molly and Carla’s personal statements). Rick might be! The same author says different things across two articles; in one, he’s severing ties. In the other, he’s continuing to freelance. 

2 Black Staff Members Quit Bon Appétit as Tensions Over Race Continue

Also on August 7th, Ryan Walker-Hartshorn and Jesse Sparks completed their final day of work at Bon Appétit. Both were editorial staff. You can read more about Ryan Walker-Hartshorn’s experience as assistant to the editor in chief here, and can read Jesse Sparks’ full twitter thread of his experience here.

[ecoamerica]

Apply or nominate: https://ecoamerica.org/american-climate-leadership-awards-2025/

Calling all organizations, individuals, and small businesses successfully engaging Americans on climate! Showcase your creativity and climate solutions by applying for @ecoamerica’s 2025 American Climate Leadership Awards. You can win $1K - $50K by submitting your efforts for consideration by a stellar line-up of judges and individuals leading on climate. It’s quick and easy to submit your application or nominate inspirational climate leaders. Apply or nominate today!

[rusocialpod]

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[foodbytesback]

Society Has Progressed Passed the Need for Bon Appetit

Oh great, another think piece about Bon Appetit.

For the first time since the scandal broke, Bon Appeitit has begun posting videos to their Youtube channel.  The first video, meant to address the elephant in the room, was framed around a Zoom meeting between the newly-christened Editor-in-Chief Dawn Davis, Executive Editor Sonia Chopra, and “Global Brand Advisor” Marcus Samuelsson.  

They talk in empty circles for 7 minutes about the importance of “telling stories,” being “culturally relevant,” and “learning together,” addressing that there is, in fact, “a conversation” happening without addressing what that conversation is. 

However, this promise of telling new stories was almost immediately cut short when they uploaded their first new cooking video later that day, starring veteran White Guy™ Chris Morocco.  The bulk of the video itself was just Morocco making (and overcooking) a basic meatball recipe, bookended by even more vague buzzwords about “joining the conversation” that get even more muddled and confusing as the video progresses. Many were also quick to point out that Morocco, as the Test Kitchen Manager, played a part in many of the hiring practices happening within the Test Kitchen, including the mad scramble to hire new POC to make up for all of those who had jumped ship to try to maintain their “diverse” reputation, so starting off the new wave of videos with one featuring him seemed in poor taste.      

Not wanting to end their hot streak, BA uploaded a third video later that same day, this time featuring a new black chef, Chrissy Tracy.  As she made fried oyster mushrooms (in lieu of chicken, since she is vegan), collard greens and cornbread, she explained the history of these soul food dishes and the stigma regarding whether or not eating them was “stereotypical.”  It was fine.  They have not uploaded any videos since. 

I could say that watching these new videos has been like watching a garbage fire, but that would imply a certain level of excitement.  These new videos are clunky, soulless, and awkward, with many people in the comments sections of all three urging the hosts to blink twice if they are being held at gunpoint.  (It’s also worth mentioning that, with the exception of Morocco as already mentioned, everyone in these videos is innocent in the systemic problems within Conde Nast, and you really can’t blame them for wanting to have a job during a pandemic.) 

Meanwhile, Sohla El-Waylly, the powerhouse behind much of the shakedown, has been out there, living her best life. 

After quitting BA entirely, she’s joined forces with Andrew “Babish” Rea, creator of the Binging with Babish Youtube channel, to create what is now the “Babish Culinary Universe.”  Her series, “Stump Sohla,” features Babish trying to do just that, by putting her skills to the test in challenges such as “make mac n cheese from scratch, as they would have in the 18th century,” or “prepare a full 7-course tasting menu with things you found in a bodega.”  

Simultaneously, she started a video series/column with Food52 called  “Off-Script with Sohla,” an ad-libbed guide to mastering basic, yet versatile kitchen techniques.  

On a similar note, a few weeks ago, Claire Saffitz, arguably THE face of the Youtube channel, announced that she had no interest in renewing her freelancing video contract with Conde Nast, which had originally expired in May.  She openly criticized the company’s failure to commit to equal pay for its workers, and declared that she would be “going to do her own thing,” most prominently her new book, Dessert Person, that comes out on October 20th. 

Similarly, Molly Baz has also announced that she has cut ties with BA.  She did her best to be amicable towards everything that has happened over the past few months, wishing the new leadership the best of luck, and teased new and exciting upcoming projects that she has been working on. 

This is pure speculation on my part, but perhaps one- if not both- of them may be getting their own spot in the Babish Culinary Universe?

Watching the Sohla videos feels so much more like the old BA videos than any of the three new BA videos did.  They’re lighthearted, creative, and off-the-cuff, much like the BA videos that cultivated their original cozier, friendlier reputation.  People didn’t watch BA videos to feel woke, or watch people have “conversations,” they did it to watch Claire struggle and triumph (or, some people just… really liked the struggle part…) as she remakes classic junk foods from scratch, or to watch Brad be an absolute himbo as he goes off on ADHD-riddled tangents and mispronounces things.  It was never meant to be anything more than entertainment, and with the “one big happy family” illusion broken, it has ceased to be that.

This isn’t even really a question of “can Bon Appetit recover from this?” anymore.  They had their 15 minutes of fame and squandered it, and no amount of performative wokeness is going to bring back their former prestige.  At the end of the day, BA is still a multi-billion dollar corporation that chose to maximize profits by not paying their employees equal pay for equal work, not your friend who all your other friends are mad at because they got drunk and said something kinda mean but is otherwise redeemable.  

It’s time to move on.

This is probably going to be the last time I revisit Bon Appetit.  Or at least I hope it is, I can’t imagine things blowing up any more than they already have.